easy weeknight dinners

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    Smashburger Saturdays at the Our House

    ByMrs. Clay

    Smashburger Saturdays have become a beloved tradition in our home — a cozy, joy-filled ritual sparked by one son’s request and now shared by the whole family. In this heartfelt post, Mrs. Clay shares the simple magic of making 4-ounce smashballs on the griddle, the teamwork that happens in the kitchen, and the pure delight of preparing a meal her boys love. You’ll find the full smashburger method, the signature family smash sauce, crispy onion tanglers with all the tips and tricks, and guidance on choosing the perfect onions for each step. A delicious, down-to-earth weekend tradition you may just want to start at your own table.

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    Mrs. Clay’s Potato Soup & Ham Sliders

    ByMrs. Clay

    Tonight’s supper was the kind of cozy, comforting meal that warms both the kitchen and the heart: a creamy homemade potato soup built on smoky bacon and rich ham broth, paired with buttery, melty ham sliders layered on sweet Hawaiian rolls. In this post, Mrs. Clay shares her step-by-step process for creating deep flavor in the soup, plus the thoughtful little touches that make her sliders extra special — seasoned shredded provolone, a Dijon-onion butter glaze, and her signature method for perfect meltiness. Simple ingredients, layered with care and family tradition, come together to create a meal that feels like home.